
Yamaha YZ 490
Arkel, ZH - JP

Yamaha
YZ 490
Enduro · 489 cc
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Displacement
489 cc
Power
49 hp · 36 kW
Category
Enduro
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Years
1982 - 1990
The YZ490 is the air-cooled 489cc open-class successor to the YZ465. Model updates exist, but all matching stays strictly on YZ490 code and year.
The Yamaha YZ490 is the air-cooled 489cc open-class motocrosser of the 1980s. It succeeded the YZ465 and does not belong with the much lighter YZ360. Its large single delivers forceful two-stroke power for motocross circuits and needs an experienced rider and careful maintenance.
Inspect compression, crankshaft, cylinder head, carburettor and chain guidance critically. Check frame, engine mounts, swingarm, fork and brakes for previous hard use. The 490 is circuit machinery; buy on mechanical condition, original model code and documented rebuilds, not shiny plastic panels.
A used Yamaha YZ 490 costs €5,250 on average. Most cost €5,250 to €5,250. This is based on 2 motorcycles for sale now.
MotorMonitor now compares 2 used Yamaha YZ 490 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.